This weekend, February 28th and March 1st, 2026, Lausanne offers a mix of creative workshops, film festivals, and last chances to catch unique exhibitions. Teens have a dedicated workshop, while everyone can dive into immersive art or catch the start of the Écrans Urbains Film Festival!
See our top picks
Lousonna Archaeological Park Stroll
Musée romain de Lausanne-Vidy
Fresh air and ancient history exploration in the outdoor park setting.
Polar Mission: A Journey to the Heart of the Poles
AQUATIS
Explore the Arctic and Antarctic ecosystems inside AQUATIS.
Draw Your Music Experience
Lausanne
Immersive activity combining live music with free drawing.
· February 28
8: A perfect session for older kids to get creative and have a relaxed chat. It's a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon engaging their minds.This is one of the few events specifically targeting the older, often hard-to-please 12-15 age bracket.
: An immersive experience where children can freely draw what they see and feel based on music played live by musicians from the Umanida association. Expect vibrant colours and movement.It combines live music and free artistic expression, making it a unique sensory experience for kids.
: Kicking off this weekend, this festival usually features interesting films. Check local listings for family-friendly screening times during the festival run.It's an established local festival that runs across both target dates.
: A day focused on fashion, sustainability, and social critique, hosted in partnership with mudac. Great for older kids interested in design.It’s a collaborative day event focusing on design, linking to the Mudac's exhibition space.
: This event marks a new beginning for a historic institution, likely highlighting what's essential to preserve in the MCBA's collection following its move.It offers cultural context around the city's main art museum (MCBA) opening this collection.
: This special exhibition at AQUATIS lets you explore the polar regions, learn about climate change, and discover efforts to protect these fragile ecosystems. Perfect for curious minds.It's happening at the city's major aquarium/vivarium (AQUATIS) and is dedicated to a fascinating natural science topic.
: This exhibition covers several decades of design history, focusing on the specialist press and featuring a special segment on Marielle Stamm.It's a long-running exhibition, but its focus on design history might appeal to creative teens.
: The mudac opens its new Le Carré space with an exhibition dedicated to designer Jean Tschumi. A great stop for families interested in architecture and industrial design.It features the inauguration of a new exhibition space, adding freshness to the museum offerings.
· March 1
2: This marks the final day of the 50th-anniversary celebration for the Art Brut Collection. If you haven't visited, this is your last chance to catch the commemorative events.This runs until Sunday, March 1st, making it the final opportunity for the weekend.
ICE SKATING AT PARC DE LOISIRS (VERBIER) : If you fancy a winter day trip, the illuminated ice rink in Verbier is running until March 8th. Perfect for a final Sunday skate session.It provides a seasonal, active option running through Sunday, March 1st.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4: The Naturéum's zoology department is hosting this travelling exhibition. It's a great indoor option to check out natural history exhibits.Indoor museum activity happening all weekend, located at the Natural History Museum complex.
: Take a walk through the remnants of the ancient city center of Lousonna, set in a lovely green space by the water. The museum exhibits have been refreshed too.Offers outdoor space for movement alongside historical learning, running all year.
: Explore the fascinating and often unseen world of micro-organisms that surround us. This exhibition is highly visual and conceptual.It's an indoor, slightly off-the-beaten-path museum experience focusing on biology.
: Celebrate the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games by following this special trail created through the Olympic Museum's permanent exhibition and park spaces. A great way to see the museum interactively.This special trail ends on Sunday, March 1st, making it a perfect weekend activity leading up to the 2026 games.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Lausanne this weekend?
While the data doesn't confirm any free entry to specific events this weekend, a great (low-cost/free entry) option is exploring the Lousonna Archaeological Park, which is outdoors and interactive.
Are there specific activities for teens this weekend?
Yes, the 'Creative Workshop and Chat for 12-15 year olds' is specifically scheduled for Saturday afternoon at L'Atelier des familles.
What exhibitions are running all weekend long?
You can visit the 'Polar Mission' at AQUATIS, 'Moving Pictures' at the Naturéum, or the long-running 'Lausanne, l'Exposition' display throughout Saturday and Sunday.
